Reservations for this summer have opened at many popular campgrounds, and some are filling up fast.
Outdoors
Tips for reserving a site at Maine’s favorite campgrounds
What you need to know to book a stay at the state’s most in-demand spots.
Exploring the beauty and history of Sears Island
The island has a long history and plenty of natural beauty.
Hiking in Maine: A searchable guide to treks across the state
Find hikes by county, routes with waterfalls or trails within state parks, then grab your backpack and get out there.
Tips to go beyond the birding basics
Your wildlife questions are answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox.
Climate change is impacting how we enjoy the outdoors
Hunting, fishing, trapping and many other activities are being negatively impacted and it will continue to get worse without action.
Hirundo Wildlife Refuge a special place for sauntering, savoring
More than 7 miles of trails crisscross the refuge, established by Oliver Larouche in 1965.
Ghosts of the Maine woods
A trip to a lynx den gave insight into a species whose future is murky.
Known as a sign of spring, robins are year-round species
Wildlife questions from real Mainers answered by Maine Audubon Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox
Drag queens help break barriers at state ice fishing event
The pair led activities Feb. 15 at the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife’s Winter Extravaganza at Range Pond State Park in Poland.